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Bachelor of Business Administration
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
40 bachelor's courses
11 weeks long
$ 1525
Cost per course
Flexible learning
Online and in-person programs at select campuses, subject to availability
Strayer’s BBA program overview
In this online program, you’ll gain a broad background in business fundamentals to prepare you to pursue a wide range of roles across the field. Our curriculum covers strategic planning, leadership, management, marketing, operations, budgeting and finance. Along with your degree, you’ll start your career with skills employers want, from social awareness to problem-solving.
Discover the fundamentals of business
Expand your capacity to pursue managerial positions in business, government and nonprofit sectors with a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from Strayer. You’ll build core skills that can be applied to phases of business including strategic planning, leadership, management, marketing, operations, budgeting and finance. You’ll also learn how to develop skills that improve business awareness such as communication, information literacy, abstract thinking and critical analysis.
Skills you’ll learn in a Strayer BBA
- Analysis of business scenarios to make data-driven decisions that may help improve business operations
- Managing people and processes to add to the overall success of a business
- Methods to establish ethical leadership practices and contribute to an adaptive, competitive company culture
- Development of business strategies based on your company’s capabilities and market dynamics
Explore BBA concentrations
At Strayer, we offer our students a wide range of business administration concentrations, allowing you to customize learning to support your interests and career goals. If you can’t decide, your admissions officer is here to help.
Find the concentration that best meets your goals:
Earn your degree from an accredited university
Strayer University has distinct accreditations and affiliations that attest to our academic quality. We’re committed to meeting quality standards, so you can earn a diploma you’re proud to display.
Our business degree programs are programmatically accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs. View the ACBSP student achievement information.
Strayer University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Strayer University’s accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.
Bachelor of Business Administration cost breakdown
- 40 courses, $1525 per course
- $65 technology fee each term
- $150 one-time degree conferral fee
- Additional costs for textbooks and supplies
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Ways to reduce tuition
Employer Tuition Assistance
More than 500 organizations invest in their employees by partnering with Strayer University to offer access to discounted education programs.
The Strayer Learn and Earn Scholarship
For every three courses you pass, earn one on us, tuition-free, to be redeemed at the end of your program with the Strayer Earn and Learn Scholarship. Eligibility rules and restrictions apply. Connect with us for details.
Save up to $15,250 on your bachelor’s degree
As a Strayer student, you have access to no-cost gen ed courses through our affiliate, Sophia. Take up to two online Sophia courses at a time and transfer eligible courses towards your undergraduate degree.
*Savings assumes transferring 10 courses taken at Sophia. Eligibility rules apply. Connect with us for details.
What you’ll learn in Strayer’s Bachelor of Business Administration program
Gain a strong foundation in core business principles and pursue a managerial role in business, government and nonprofit organizations. Strayer’s Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) emphasizes real-world application, helping you develop a problem-solving mindset and the ability to make informed decisions. You’ll strengthen your communication and critical analysis skills while gaining a deeper understanding of historical, political and social contexts. Customize your degree with a concentration that supports your career goals.
BBA program requirements
- 45 credit hours in major Bachelor of Business Administration courses
- 22.5 credit hours in the concentration of your choosing
- 67.5 credit hours in general education courses
- 45 credit hours in elective courses of your choosing
Arkansas and New Jersey students enrolled in this program in Arkansas must follow state-specific program requirements
Two ways to learn: online or on campus
At Strayer University, we have flexible, 100% online programs as well as in-person hybrid options, making it easier to balance your education with your busy life.
Convenient online learning
Our online programs give you the flexibility to earn your degree from just about anywhere there’s reliable internet access – day or night. Through our online portal, you’ll be able to:
- Watch lectures and complete coursework
- Submit assignments and take exams
- Communicate with professors and classmates
- Access student resources and support
Hybrid on-campus learning
Take classes at select campuses and discover a supportive community and professional guidance. You’ll have access to helpful resources and study spaces.
How long will it take to earn a Bachelor of Business Administration?
- There are 40 courses, each 11 weeks long.
- How many courses you take at a time will determine how long the overall program will be.
- Strayer University credits are expressed in quarter hours.
- One quarter hour of credit is granted for the successful completion of 10 contact hours per course.
- The standard requirement for one course is for students to spend 13.5 hours in weekly work, both in and outside of the classroom. For each week of a quarter, one hour of classroom or online course activity and a minimum of two hours of outside study/preparation time per credit hour are built into the design of each course. The Strayer course design uses this requirement to meet applicable regulatory standards. This includes preparation, activities and evaluation over 10 weeks for a total of 135 hours of student work.
How to apply for a bachelor’s degree at Strayer?
An admissions officer can help you choose the right program, register for classes, transfer credits and find cost-savings opportunities.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
A completed application and enrollment agreement
A high school diploma or equivalent
Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Fall classes start on October 6
Learn more about Strayer University’s admissions process.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Your bachelor’s degree from Strayer could be 70% complete when you transfer up to 28 classes.
Strayer welcomes international students
Strayer University is proud to have hosted more than 3,000 international students from over 110 countries. Earn your degree in the U.S. or completely online in your home country – it’s your choice.
Campus locations
Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.
TESTIMONIALS
What our students say
“I never thought that I would be getting my college degree, but my professors have been awesome! They are rooting for me the whole way and I've excelled. My main goal is to show my daughters that you can be successful and to never strive for less. Strayer has made me expect more out of myself.”
Crystal Robinson
BBA in Marketing
Ready to take the next step?
Your admissions officer is here to guide you through every step of the process, from completing your application to choosing your concentration.